Disable Windows Messenger

If you would like to disable Windows messenger, here's how:
1. Select "Start"
2. Choose "Control Panel"
3. Choose "Administrative Tools"

Note: In Windows XP Home edition, Administrative Tools is in Performance and Maintenance

4. Choose "Services"
5. Right-click on "Messenger"
6. Select "Stop"


To permanently disable Messenger:
1. Right click "Messenger"
2. Select "Properties"
3. Change "Startup Type" to "Disabled" and click "OK"